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FB03 RSZ

2003 Mazda 2

Red Petrol 1250cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires27 Oct 2014
Tests12 (9 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

42,684 mi
Last recorded42,684 miles
Recorded on28 Oct 2013
Typical for 2003 Mazda 258,888 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFB03 RSZ
MakeMazda
Model2
Year2003
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,250cc

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MOT History

9 pass 3 fail
Pass 28 Oct 2013 42,684 miles
Fail 28 Oct 2013 42,684 miles

Offside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Pass 22 Oct 2012 38,721 miles

Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

front both tyres worn smooth on edges

front brake pads wearing thin

front wipers split

mist of power steering fluid leak from pump/hose

Pass 16 Oct 2011 34,829 miles

Oil leak

o/s/f tyre wearing form inner shoulder

under bount cover fitted

Pass 25 Oct 2010 31,044 miles
Pass 28 Oct 2009 28,051 miles
Pass 28 Oct 2008 24,736 miles
Fail 27 Oct 2008 24,721 miles

Nearside Headlamp not in good working order adversely affecting beam image (1.2.4a)

Offside Headlamp not in good working order adversely affecting beam image (1.2.4a)

Pass 17 Oct 2007 21,735 miles
Fail 17 Oct 2007 21,735 miles

Centre Rear Seat belt locking mechanism does not secure or release (5.2.5a)

Pass 7 Aug 2007 20,960 miles

Power steering pump has slight seepage from a component (2.3.3b)

Pass 9 Aug 2006 15,911 miles

Power steering pump has slight seepage from a component (2.3.3b)

How Reliable is the Mazda 2?

Based on 1,902,862 MOT tests across 147,013 vehicles.

78.4%
Pass Rate
5,024
Miles/Year
23
Year Lifespan
147,013
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 18,380
Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively 16,451
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FB03 RSZ is a 2003 Mazda 2 in Red with a 1,250cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

Across all 2003 Mazda 2 models, the average MOT pass rate is 76.2% with a typical mileage of 58,888 miles. This particular vehicle has a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

The most common reason a Mazda 2 fails its MOT is tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm, accounting for 18,380 recorded failures. If you're considering buying FB03 RSZ, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Mazda 2 typically stays on UK roads for around 23 years. At 23 years old, this Mazda 2 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was FB03 RSZ registered?

FB03 RSZ is a 2003 Mazda 2, first registered on 14 August 2003.

Is FB03 RSZ safe to buy?

The MOT history for FB03 RSZ shows 12 tests with a 75% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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